Direct Support Professional HS-JA

Self-Direction DSP - Oswego Ny Area (Job #HS-JA)

58yr old man in Oswego looking for full time hours filled in his apartment

Individual has strong interests in learning to read, going to the library, current events/news, youtube, working on independent living skills in his home he shares with a cat. Individual loves to talk, and learn new things, also wants to work on making self-care improvements to their health and wellness routines with some encouragement and directive.

Cat in the home, must be okay with cats.

The ideal candidate is creative and engaging, active and patient, knowledgeable with possible teaching skills as far as reading. Staff should be willing to work inside his apartment as well as in the community. Individual will need assistance with shopping, keeping track of receipts, and keeping the broker and FI in updated on any memberships or classes he may want to sign up for. Working on cooking, cleaning properly using the proper tools/sprays, dishes, organizing, appointment scheduling and reminders for appointments, and keeping electronics in order as individual sometimes struggles with technology. Staff should be ok with smoke in the home. Staff should be willing to find new interesting activities for them, and participate alongside them. Prior experience a plus.

This can be either full or part-time position, but additional hours are available with other people receiving services.

at the agency.

Hours and days of work: Flexible hours available Monday-Friday hours approximately between 9am-6pm

Weekends can also be available for events or interests

Starting pay: $25.00/hr

Location: Oswego, NY

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work independently in the person’s home and/or community.
• Reliable with effective communication and organizational skills
• No experience required but experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
• New York State Driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance is required; acceptable driving record required.
• Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Effective communication and organizational skills required.
• Flexibility with assignments and schedule required.
• Reliable transportation to arrive to job site at scheduled time.
• Experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities preferred.
• Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community and abide by Indera's technology policy.